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LL08 VZW

2008 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,875 mi
Last recorded76,875 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Chevrolet Matiz41,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 VZW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 76,875 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper macpherson strut top mount has slight movement

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear wiper has no blade

Fail 19 Dec 2019 76,875 miles

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame insecurely attached sub frame tube not secure bolts loose and snapped (marked) (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper macpherson strut top mount has slight movement

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear wiper has no blade

Pass 5 Dec 2018 65,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 65,862 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 58,491 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front support bar missing bolt on front end, one of two

Fail 7 Dec 2017 58,489 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking fuel filter pipe (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front support bar missing bolt on front end, one of two

Pass 30 Nov 2016 49,915 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive by rack mounting support (2.2.C.1h)

Rear silencer mountings missing/corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2015 42,927 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 42,927 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 34,263 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 32,037 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 32,037 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 30,079 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,842 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Matiz?

Based on 487,981 MOT tests across 31,339 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
3,495
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
31,339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,486
brake binding 11,247
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,488
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 5,877
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 5,113
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LL08 VZW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2008 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 41,215 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Matiz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LL08 VZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LL08 VZW is a 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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